Tag: Quick Reads
Expression
Photo submitted by Wil Smeets of Pictures With A Passion Horse Photography
Word of the Week – Thrust
THRUST - Propulsive forward and upward drive from hindquarters. Required at First Level to achieve improved balance and throughness; at Second...
The Countdown
Photo by Tara Jelenic, Adult Photography entry for the 2016 USDF Art Contest
Word of the Week – Rhythm
RHYTHM (Regularity and Tempo)- The characteristic sequence of footfalls and timing of a pure walk, pure trot, and pure canter. The...
Word of the Week – Against The Bit
AGAINST THE BIT - The horse presses against the bit with a rigid or unyielding neck/poll/jaw.
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Winter Naps
Photo by Gianna Avery, 15 & Under Photography entry for the 2019 USDF Art Contest
Word of the Week – Rapid
RAPID - Refers to the tempo (strides per minute) unless otherwise noted.
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Relaxation
Photo by Lisa Dean, Adult Photography entry for the 2015 USDF Art Contest
Word of the Week – Mobility
MOBILITY - Easy maneuverability/nimbleness of the shoulders/forehand/forelegs, made possible by a narrowing and shortening of the horse’s base of support.
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